1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 572 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari A10 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ascari |
| Model | Lancer | A10 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2636 mm |
